Young Again (Pretty Bird International) Recall 2026: Lot Codes & What To Do
Young Again (Pretty Bird International) recall (2026-02-18): Presumptive positive Salmonella test. Affected: Young Again Core Health Dog Food — Medium–Large Dog & Puppy Formula. Check your package and learn what to do.
The Recall at a Glance
- Product
- Young Again Core Health Dog Food — Medium–Large Dog & Puppy Formula
- Company
- Pretty Bird International, Inc.
- Size
- 10 lb bags (UPC 7 16432-92570) and 25 lb bags (UPC 7 16432-92574 2), ~4,375 lbs total
- Affected lots
- All lots of the named product (see notice)
- Best-by dates
- 2026-10-28
- Hazard
- Presumptive positive Salmonella test. The recall appeared only in the FDA Enforcement Reports database (no press release) — a reminder that some recalls are easy to miss. Salmonella can sicken dogs and the people handling the food, and infected dogs can shed the bacteria without showing symptoms.
How to Check Your Package
Find the printed code on the side or back of the bag, can, or pouch — usually stamped near the best-by date and labeled "Lot," "LOT," or a date code. Compare it against the affected lots and dates listed above. If the printing is smudged or you can't find a code, treat the product as affected and contact the company with your receipt before feeding it.
What To Do If You Have This Product
- Check your bag: Core Health Medium–Large Dog & Puppy Formula with best-by 10/28/2026 is affected.
- Stop feeding it immediately — dispose of it double-bagged in a covered trash can, or return it for a refund.
- Wash and sanitize bowls, storage containers, and surfaces; wash hands thoroughly.
- Monitor your dog for a week (lethargy, diarrhea, fever, vomiting, appetite loss) and call your vet if symptoms appear.
Official Source
Always confirm the details against the official notice — it is the authoritative version.
This page indexes an official recall notice — it is not itself an official notice.
Medical disclaimer: This tool is for general information only and isnot a substitute for veterinary diagnosis or treatment. Toxicity depends on the amount, your pet’s size, and health history. If your pet may have ingested something harmful, contact your veterinarian or a poison control hotline ((888) 426-4435 / (855) 764-7661) immediately — do not wait for symptoms to appear.
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